It can seem like there are issues that come up when you are a homeowner with repairs and replacements that are needed. You might have a tripped breaker that needs to be reset, a window that has been broken or a leak in a pipe. There are lots that can be problematic and one thing…
While there are times that clogging a toilet can be rather embarrassing, it has happened to all of us at one time or another. Hopefully it isn’t happening to you when you are at someone else’s house. Whenever you experience a clogged toilet, you want to get that fixed as soon as possible. Sometimes a…
Constant running of the toilet running, a faucet dripping, letting the bathtub clog drain on its own time can seem like minor plumbing dilemmas. Even the issues that seem trivial should be addressed when the plumbing problems get worse. No matter if it is a tight budget, or a busy daily schedule, you should never…
With the cold weather fast approaching, there is no time like the present to begin planning for predicted spikes in freezing weather conditions. Frozen pipes are a common occurrence in frigid weather, often resulting in busted water pipes that can cause tens of thousands of dollars of damages to homes and businesses across the country.…
As far as your plumbing is concerned, impacting the sanitation of your home, the sewer is one of the primary priorities. You should hire a professional immediately for repairs when you experience even minor leaks in the sewer line. They should never be overlooked. You are likely going to be faced with toilets and sinks…
You need to be careful what goes down the garbage disposal. With us in full swing of the holiday season, there will be plenty of big and traditional meals made. You are sure to have lots of leftovers to fill your stomach and your fridge whether it is turkey, ham, stuffing or mashed potatoes. You…
Sometimes when you have a drain that isn’t working well, you may turn to chemicals to get it back up and running in no time. While this may be okay for a short term fix, you will likely find that it clogs again in no time. When you have a clogged drain, it is wiser…
When it comes to toilets not flushing, most people immediately know there is an issue. We at The Original $49.95 Plumber would like to share the most common issues and what you can do to fix it, though there are quite a few reasons that can be causing it. Warped Toilet Flapper As it allows…
Grease is a common byproduct that comes from cooking in the kitchen. However, it can create difficult clogs over time, when it goes down the drain in your kitchen sink. To help you prevent this grease buildup in the kitchen sink, we at The Original $49.95 Plumber would like to take the opportunity to share…
When you are in charge of the kitchen at a restaurant, there are many things that you are making sure are running smoothly almost constantly. Any small hiccup, and it can bring production to a screeching halt. One aspect of the kitchen that is often overlooked are the drains. This part of the kitchen can…
